Advanced Byzantine Mosaic Course – 10 days (70 hours)

Advanced Byzantine Mosaic Course – 10 days (70 hours)

Individual course at the In Tessere mosaic school – Narni Scalo (TR), Italy

Duration: 10 days (70 hours)
Type: Theoretical-practical course with the creation of a mosaic work

Course Description

The advanced Byzantine mosaic course offers a comprehensive theoretical and practical study of this fascinating art, from the evolution of Roman mosaics to Christian decorations. Participants will delve into the creation of icons and figurative subjects, exploring mosaic as an artistic and devotional expression.

The program includes the study of the symbolism of traditional and modern depictions and techniques: from the cutting and selection of Venetian glass tesserae to their installation, aimed at achieving highly refined chromatic and pictorial effects. The workshop will lead to the creation of two Byzantine-style works , either religious or secular, consolidating theoretical and practical skills in an art that combines technique, spirituality, and beauty.

Main information

• Duration: 70 hours (10 days)
• Number of works completed: 2
• Maximum dimensions of the works: approximately 60x60 cm
• Mosaic typology: Byzantine
• Styles made: 2 to choose from
• Techniques used: 2 of your choice

What you will learn during the course

• Analysis of Byzantine mosaics and their evolution from the Roman period
• Study of the icon as an artistic and devotional object
• Interpretation of the symbols and visual codes of the Christian mosaic
• Learning traditional and contemporary cutting and laying techniques
• Creation of two Byzantine-style works with glass and gold materials

Summary program

1st day

Morning: Presentation and theoretical lesson on Byzantine mosaics and their symbolism
Afternoon: introduction to materials and choice of subjects

From the 2nd to the 9th day

Creation of the two mosaic works in different styles and techniques
Insights and personalized corrections

10th day

Finalization of the works
Delivery of the certificate of participation and the works completed

Materials included

• Basic mosaic tool set (free, student property)
• Manual and paper handouts on Byzantine mosaics
• Exercise materials
• Materials for the creation of mosaic works

How to register

• You can purchase the entire course or reserve your place for a fee of €120 (non-refundable, valid for 1 year).
• The booking fee will be deducted from the total cost of the course.
• The balance must be paid on site the day before the course begins.